1992 Audi Coupe vs. 1962 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1992 Audi Coupe is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Audi Coupe (111 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Audi Coupe weights approximately 30 kg more than 1962 Holden FB Special. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Holden FB Special is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Holden FB Special. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Audi Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1992 Audi Coupe (174 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1992 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Audi Coupe | 1962 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | Coupe | FB Special |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2670 mm |
